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Justine M.


Selden, NY

$15-22/hr7 yrs exp

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My name is Justine, I have been around kids practically my whole life. I started at the age of 12. I used to watch my four cousins (one who has autism) and I helped raise my nieces and nephews since they were newborns. I am great with kids of all ages. I also just had a baby in November and love to always be doing something and...
Justine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I work as a special education TA in pat med school district I have experience working with special needs for 2 years I worked in Boces for 1. 5 years
Hi! I am a responsible, caring, and patient future teacher. I have been babysitting for the last seven years and have experience with children ranging in ages from newborn - 12 years old. I currently work as a 1:1 aide at a preschool for children with special needs so I am comfortable caring for children of all needs. I am...
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Bryanna G.


Centereach, NY

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! My Names Bry

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Bry (Pronounced Bree, like the cheese !) I have been working with and around children for years! I am license EMT who is CPR certified and have worked with not only special needs children, but have also been multiple summer camps head nurse. I am a very outgoing, fun, and energetic soul who loves to bring...
Bryanna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Alyssa D.


Patchogue, NY

$20-35/hr4 yrs exp

I worked as a aide for a special education high school for over four years, with ages ranging from 11 to 21 years old. I worked with kids with all types of disabilities but mostly I worked with children who have autism.
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Alyssa R.


Moriches, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

I've been caring for children since 2006 . I've done home babysitting for many years and certainly still do . I worked as a teachers assistant in the preschool for 2 years and currently am a business owner of a cleaning service ! I have experience with children with allergies and any special needs . I Am also a caregiver for...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hello! I am an experience babysitter seeking a part time position in the afternoon. I currently work in an elementary school as a teacher's assistant & I am getting my masters in special education. I have experience working with children of all ages and with special needs. I love to engage with them and help them with whatever...
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Lisa D.


East Setauket, NY

$26-40/hr10 yrs exp

Bio

As a seasoned special needs mom and special needs teacher with over 25 years of experience, my journey has been a testament to unwavering dedication, compassion, and resilience. Balancing the roles of caregiver and educator, I have navigated the complexities of supporting individuals with diverse social-emotional, autism,...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Angela V.


Holbrook, NY

$17-30/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider And IDD Care Manager

I have 1 year of experience working with the IDD population. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support. I have a Master's degree in Psychology, and I worked my way through college and graduate school as a professional Nanny. My current full time job is providing Care Management services to people of all ages who are...
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Edgar S.


Coram, NY

$50/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Fitness, Games & Activities, Recreational Opportunities

My name is Edgar I am a Special Education Teacher and Recreation Therapist in NYC. My program is called Live Through Rec and it's all about Art, Music, Sport, Fitness, EVERYTHING RECREATIONAL, and making it purposeful, educational, and healing. I personally have delivered these services for 10 years and have worked with a...
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Mary C.


Mount Sinai, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver Available

Besides raising two children of my own I have cared for countless families. I have worked with special needs children, large families as well as twins. I have many years of experience but nothing compares to the experience of raising my own children. ( they are 20 and 21 now) I am confident in my skills to care for your...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
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Alaina M.


Coram, NY

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny, Preschool Teacher, Music Teacher

Hi! I have an extensive background as a nanny, camp counselor, preschool teacher, magician, face-paint artist, and Disney princess for birthday parties. I provide a safe, fun, and nurturing environment. Through arts & crafts, storytelling, structured routines, or simply being a reliable presence, I'm committed to creating a...
Alaina can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
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Shayna M.


Coram, NY

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked in the healthcare field with special needs for over 15 years.
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Marcia G.


Coram, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

I have 10 yrs taking care of children with special needs, am very understanding, patient,
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Julian P.


Coram, NY

$23/hr3 yrs exp

As a friendly and nurturing caregiver with over 3 years of childcare experience, I am passionate about supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option for them. My experience includes caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I am comfortable enforcing household rules while following the parents'...
Julian can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Shayna M.


Coram, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable And Educated Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with light housekeeping, errands, and cooking/preparing meals as well as after school activities. I have worked as a childcare aide in my district as well as a program director for a middle school program. I'm ok with pets and I don't smoke. I'm not one to put the child in front of a tv...
Shayna can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

I work at YAI as a direct care specialist and I also coaches children in my special needs program for fitness.
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Kathleen B.


Wading River, NY

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

I have worked with special needs children on and off for the last 10 years, I am currently employed at a school for autistic children. Although challenging at times I have found this to be one of the most rewarding jobs I have held. I am a patient, loving, energetic and fun person. I seem to bond well with the children I...
Hello my name is Gabby, I am a sophomore in college! I have been a caretaker for young children from the ages of 1-12. I also work at playgroups summer camp as a counselor for children ages 2-8. My brother also had special needs as a toddler so I also have lots of experience in this area. I am also in the honors program at USJ...
Gabriella can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
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"Gabby watched our son this past july/August and was really good with him. We were sorry to see her go back to school so soon. We'd highly recommend her to other families."

Geoff P.

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Kathleen H.


Shirley, NY

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

First let me introduce myself. My name is Kathy. I have several years of experience caring for seniors with and without special needs. I would appreciate if you could disregard the review posted. This situation was a very isolated, extraordinary incident and this review was unnecessarily, inappropriately aggressive. I can...
Kathleen can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, personal care

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